Mix together dry ingredients and set aside. In a large bowl, combine pretzels and oil. Add dry ingredients and toss. Set aside for 15 minutes and toss again. Store in airtight container.

Makes about 25 to 30 pupu-size servings.

Variation: Use 4 (11-ounce) bags Rold Gold Honey Wheat Pretzels, 1 1/2 cups popcorn oil, 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch "Dips" and 2 tablespooons each of dill weed and garlic powder.

Yet another variation from Lindy Hashimoto (www.lindysonorecipes.com); She likes this better because she finds the taste of the popcorn oil overpowering in the previous version: "I love to scoop a little of the Laughing Cow cheese with the pretzels too ... makes a great combination!," she writes. Mix in large zippered plastic bag: 3 to 4 (11-ounce) packages Rold Gold Honey Wheat Pretzels, 3/4-1 cup olive oil, 3/4-1 cup popcorn oil, 2 tablespoons each dill weed and garlic powder and 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix (NOT "Dips"). Shake or toss until coated.

And more info: Some people say they mix it and let is sit overnight before serving. Some gently bake the mixture at 325 degrees to enhance the oil penetration.